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Company DescriptionBESIX Watpac is an Australian multi-disciplinary construction company, backed by a century of global expertise and financial strength. A wholly owned subsidiary of the award-winning international contractor BESIX Group, we specialise in complex construction across all sectors, including building and infrastructure projects.Today, the Group has more than $7B work in hand and is operating in 25 countries, employing 11,000 people globally. The worlds tallest tower, the iconic Burj Khalifa, showcases our innovation and engineering distinction. With international hubs located in Australia, Europe, and the Middle East, we are united by one common purpose -we excel in creating sustainable solutions for a better world.Job DescriptionBESIX Watpac is seeking a Cost Manager to join our Queensland Construction team for the delivery of a correctional centre project in Woodford. This is a great opportunity to join our collaborative team working on tenders and cost planning.The key responsibilities of this position include:Coordinate with the project team to deliver cost-effective solutions.Monitor and control project costs and cost management issues both upstream with the principal/client and downstream with subcontractors and consultants.Coordinate with the project commercial team in preparing detailed cost plans, return briefs, project brief, and variation submissions.Prepare cost plans for head contract variations and similar claims.Maintain regular contact with major suppliers, subcontractors, government authorities, clients, and industry consultants to achieve the company''s objectives.QualificationsDegree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or relevant experience.Prior experience in cost planning and cost management for multi-stage management contracts.Ability to communicate, influence and build effective relationships at all levels of the business, working effectively as part of a team.Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening, and decision-making skills.Ability to cope with shifting work priorities to deliver results.Skilled in collaborative contracting and working closely with principals, stakeholders, and audit quantity surveyors.Additional InformationAlong with a competitive remuneration package and long-term opportunities for career development, our employees enjoy access to the following benefits:Wellbeing Days - three additional leave days per year.Awards and Recognition Program, rewarding employees who bring our values to life.Access to a wellbeing program including annual skin checks and flu vaccinations.Corporate discounts to gym memberships, meal subscriptions and more.Social events and Family Days.At BESIX Watpac, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone is valued, supported, and respected. By embracing all ages, genders, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, education, and appearances, our people feel safe, empowered, and motivated to be their best. If youre excited about this role but dont tick all the boxes, we encourage you to apply if you have transferable skills and believe you would be a great fit with BESIX Watpac.Join our talented and passionate team delivering once-in-a-generation projects.BESIX Watpac acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and pay respect to the Elders past, present, and emerging. #J-18808-Ljbffr